March 2018 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Lost & found debit/credit cards
by Jared Seigel 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Hi all, Would you mind sharing your policy on lost & found debit/credit cards? How do you protect your staff and the library while still being helpful to the cardholder? Thank you, Jared Seigel Kent District Library * Patron Services 814 W River Ctr Dr NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321 (616) 784-2016, ext. 2328 jseigel(a)kdl.org<mailto:jseigel@kdl.org>

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Librarian Job Posting, Hammond, IN
by Carol Williams 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Hammond Public Library 564 State Street, Hammond, IN 46320 www.hammond.lib.in.us<http://www.hammond.lib.in.us> 219-931-5100 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT TITLE: AR 2111A, Info. Services Librarian (Interlibrary Loan) REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program, OR eligibility for Librarian V Certificate in Indiana, and an equivalent combination of education and experience in public or reference service. Ability to work independently. Attention to detail. Computer literacy. Interest and ability in working with the public. SALARY: $36,948 MAJOR TASKS: Answer information and directional questions placed in person, by telephone, by letter, by e-mail, and by fax using library resources, as well as community resources. Assist patrons in locating information and materials. Schedule, monitor, and assist Internet users. Assist patrons in the use of computers, OCLC, microfilm/microfiche equipment, and photocopier. Provide Reader's Advisory service. Responsible for Interlibrary Loan operation including directing the work of the Clerical Assistant. Develop and implement patron programming. Keep informed of developments in the library field through reading and participation in professional activities and meetings. Perform other tasks assigned by Division Supervisor. Assume responsibility for the library system in the absence of a supervisor and when working as the senior staff member in Information Services. Perform opening and closing procedures as scheduled USUAL HOURS 38 hrs. per week. Must be able to work two nights a week and scheduled weekends in Information Services. DATES TO APPLY: Mar. 26, 2018 until position filled. APPLICATION Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter to Whitney Chapman, Administrative Manager, via email, chapmw(a)hammond.lib.in.us<mailto:chapmw@hammond.lib.in.us>

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Michigan Notable Author Daniel Wolff - Join us on April 6, 2018
by Diane McKee 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

[cid:image001.jpg@01D3C51C.7C3A5470] Diane McKee Howell Carnegie Library 517-546-0720 ext. 114 www.howellibrary.org<http://www.howellibrary.org>

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Job Posting - Youth Services
by Kimberly Young 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

HLPL is looking for a Youth Services Librarian dedicated to the field and ready to run year round programming to meet the needs of our engaged community! *GREAT BENEFITS:* This job includes employer paid health care coverage with MESSA and a fully funded employer paid municipal retirement program with MERS. For more details please use the link below... http://hlpl.org/job-openings/ Kimberly Young Library Director Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989-366-9230 kyoung(a)hlpl.org

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Job Posting : Director - Superiorland Library Cooperative
by Shawn Andary 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

*SUPERIORLAND LIBRARY COOPERATIVE <http://joomla.uproc.lib.mi.us/slc/>* *Position: Director* *The Director maintains strong collegial cooperative relationships with multi-type libraries in northern Michigan in order to realize the mission: To develop and sustain innovative library programs that are cost-effective because all types of libraries collaborate in shared, economy-of-scale activities.* *Primary Areas of Responsibility*: - Collaborates with the Advisory Board of Library Directors to develop and evaluate the Cooperative Plan of Service for 38 public libraries serving a 376,560 population over 18,000 square miles in rural northern Michigan 2018 Budget: $603,286 Funding: State Aid to Public Libraries Supervises 3.5 FT - Budgets and manages contracts for a SirsiDynix integrated library system serving 85 school, public, and tribal libraries 2018 Budget: $306,918 Funding source: Member fees Supervises 2 FTE - Subregional Librarian responsible for administration of the Great Lakes Talking Books Reader Advisory and Outreach Center, a library in the National Library Service for the Blind & Physically Handicapped network Supervises .5 FTE *Qualifications:* - MLIS from an American Library Association accredited library school. Minimum of four years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience in a public library or equivalent. - Grant-writing and contract negotiation/management experience desirable. Working knowledge of ERate rules and procedures desirable. - Experience working with or reporting to a governing board is desirable. - Working knowledge of computers, office software, automated library systems, and current trends in library technologies. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills. - Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Board members, library directors and trustees, staff, community and governmental groups and the general public. Congenial, approachable personality. *Annual Salary: from $68,000 dependent on qualifications and experience* *Benefits: Excellent benefit package which includes health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance* *Apply:* Complete job description and application instructions are available online at http://www.uproc.lib.mi.us/slc/ Applications will be accepted until Monday, April 16th, 2018. Electronic submissions required.

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Facilitation training for Michigan library staff - Three opportunities left
by David Votta 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Good afternoon, In partnership with the Library of Michigan, presenters from We Can Work It Out, LLC<http://www.wecanworkitoutllc.com/> will be coming to Michigan libraries this spring to lead trainings on facilitation. These three, day-long trainings are open to staff of Michigan libraries, with a particular focus on those who have gone through The Harwood Institute<https://theharwoodinstitute.org/> Public Innovators labs, with the purpose of helping you increase skills and knowledge necessary to ensure successful community engagement projects in your local communities. The day will include learning theory, as well as practice of skills and peer feedback. There are a limited number of slots for each training, so reserve your spot today! Dates and locations: Herrick District Library (Holland, MI) April 3, 2018 9:30am - 4:00pm Eastern Public Libraries of Saginaw April 5, 2018 9:30am - 4:00pm Eastern Traverse Area District Library May 7, 2018 9:30am - 4:00pm Eastern Read more and register>><https://store.mcls.org/index.php/special-programs.html> https://store.mcls.org/index.php/special-programs.html Thank you, David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 [id:image001.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [id:image002.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [id:image003.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <http://www.mcls.org/> "For every complex problem there is an answer which is clear, simple, and wrong." -H.L. Mencken

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Workshop Reminder
by Roxanne Landin 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Hi all - Just a reminder that there is one more week to register for the Teen Unconference on Monday, April 9th. (See attached flyer for details). Thanks! Roxanne Landin Children's Librarian Fremont Area District Library rlandin(a)fremontlibrary.net (231) 928-0249

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Michigan Tax forms give away
by Amy Winter 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

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UPCOMING WORKSHOP -- Archives 101 - March 30
by Historical Society of Michigan 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Upcoming Workshop . Friday, March 30 Archives 101 with Meghan Courtney, Wayne State University <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. Designed for small organizations that struggle with how to preserve and organize archival materials in their collections, this workshop reviews proper storage and handling of collections, basic arrangement techniques, and affordable solutions for supplies and enclosures. The session will also address how to organize materials to make them accessible to researchers. Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer. See our website for full details. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 Future History Skills Workshops <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. Tuesday, March 27 Special Off-Site Workshop in L'Anse Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical Photographs Wednesday, March 28 Special Off-Site Workshop in Escanaba Taming the Chaos: Collections Management for Small Museums Thursday, March 29 Special Off-Site Workshop in St. Ignace What Do We Do With This Stuff? Deaccessioning, Found Items, and Unclaimed Loans Wednesday, April 4 Special Off-Site Workshop in Grand Rapids Archives 101 Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer. See our website for full details. (Remote access is not available for off-site workshops.) Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan (unless otherwise noted). Off-site workshops are held 1-4 p.m. If you are a personal member of HSM or represent an organization that itself is a member of the Society, registration is $39. Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM Individual Level 1 [Basic] membership. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Upcoming webinar offerings from MCLS! Hurry, register today!
by Jan Davidson 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Upcoming webinar offerings from MCLS! BIBFRAME: An Overview<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/bibframe-an-overview-151.html> Instructor: Autumn Faulkner Tues, Apr 3, 2 - 4pm Eastern (1 - 3pm Central) Credits: 2 T-LEUs for IN staff! This course will provide an overview of the developing BIBFRAME project, intended to replace the MARC21 standard. Topics will include: An Overview of the history of its development; An introduction to RDF and linked data concepts; An overview of BIBFRAME and how it implements various standards and models (RDF, vocabularies); Examples of BIBFRAME records and current projects; Tools currently available to work with current MARC records to BIBFRAME conversion RDA for Non-Catalogers: What Do I Need to Know?<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/rda-for-non-catalogers-what-do-i-need-to-k…> Instructor: Susan Pritts Thursday, Apr 5, 2 - 4pm Eastern (1 - 3pm Central) Credits: 2 T-LEUs for IN staff! Have you thought that your catalogers been talking a new language lately? Using terms like RDA and FRBR? RDA Resources, Description and Access is the new cataloging standard, implemented in 2013 to replace AACR2. FRBR is part of the infrastructure of this new code. What does this mean to the non-cataloger? What kind of changes should library staff and the end user expect to see as a result of RDA? What are some of the major changes between AACR2 and RDA? Original Cataloging of Sound Recordings Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/original-cataloging-of-sound-recordings-us…> Instructor: Dawn Olmsted Swanson April 10, 11, 12, 1:30 - 3:30pm Eastern (12:30 - 2:30pm Central) Credits: 6 LEUs for IN staff! This workshop teaches participants how to do original cataloging of physical sound recordings (CDs, MP3s and cassettes, both musical and nonmusical), using such tools as RDA and OCLC Bibliographic Formats and Standards. The class will address original cataloging in the MARC format. The instruction will cover issues like the preferred source of information, physical description, authorized access point, content/media/carrier types, and choice of additional access points. In addition, participants will learn the MARC fixed and variable fields for sound recordings, and will study the relationships among these fields. Several MARC record examples will be examined, and three hands-on exercises will be included. The online versions of the RDA Toolkit and OCLC's Bibliographic Formats and Standards will also be used. PLEASE NOTE: Basic navigation in the RDA Toolkit will NOT be covered. You will need to attend Original Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA prior to attending this program. Register for these or many other workshops today at https://store.mcls.org/! Questions? Email Training(a)mcls.org<mailto:Training@mcls.org>. ********************** Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: 517-492-3811 / toll-free 800-530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://store.mcls.org/

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